Vinyl Medical Procedure Gloves
Disposable polyvinyl chloride (PVC) gloves for medical procedures, offering cost-effective barrier protection though less elastic than nitrile. PVC as plasticized vulcanized rubber fits HTS 4015.12.1010 for medical mittens/gloves, per Chapter 40 definition excluding non-rubber plastics.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If non-vulcanized PVC film
Chapter 40 covers only vulcanized rubber; flexible PVC sheets without vulcanization in Chapter 39
If dental/veterinary specific
Medical/surgical in .1010; dental/vet in .5010 subheading
If knitted textile base with rubber
Textile knit articles excluded from Chapter 40 per note (a), classify in Chapter 61
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm PVC formulation meets vulcanized rubber criteria with plasticizer analysis
• Prepare USP <661> container testing reports
• Common pitfall: confusing with non-vulcanized plastic films of Chapter 39
Related Products under HTS 4015.12.10.10
Nitrile Medical Exam Gloves Powder-Free
Powder-free disposable gloves made from synthetic nitrile rubber (NBR), designed for medical examination and procedures to prevent cross-contamination. They are vulcanized rubber articles classified under HTS 4015.12.1010 as medical gloves for medical or surgical purposes, meeting essential character as apparel accessories per Chapter 40 notes excluding textiles or hard rubber.
Latex Surgical Gloves Sterile
Sterile, powdered or powder-free natural latex rubber gloves for surgical procedures, providing tactile sensitivity and barrier protection. Classified in HTS 4015.12.1010 as vulcanized rubber medical gloves specifically for medical/surgical purposes, distinct from hard rubber or excluded chapters.
Neoprene Medical Gloves Hypoallergenic
Hypoallergenic polychloroprene (neoprene) gloves for sensitive medical personnel, resistant to chemicals and punctures. Vulcanized synthetic rubber construction places them in HTS 4015.12.1010 as apparel for medical purposes, adhering to Chapter exclusions.
Butyl Rubber Medical Mitts
Heavy-duty butyl rubber mitts for medical handling of hazardous materials, offering superior gas impermeability. As vulcanized rubber mitts for medical purposes, classified under HTS 4015.12.1010, distinct from excluded mechanical appliances.
Nitrile Sterile Surgical Gloves
Sterile synthetic nitrile gloves for surgical operating rooms, providing latex-free dexterity and strength. HTS 4015.12.1010 applies to these vulcanized rubber surgical medical gloves, excluding textile or hard rubber per chapter notes.
Chloroprene Dental Exam Gloves
Chloroprene rubber gloves for dental procedures, balancing elasticity and chemical resistance. Though dental-related, medical/surgical scope of HTS 4015.12.1010 covers as vulcanized rubber apparel, per hierarchy.